for Friday, June 28, 2024

Israel ›

0 Israel Politics

The article discusses a series critiquing Irus Braverman's anti-Israel claims regarding conservation efforts in Israel, particularly focusing on the reintroduction of wildlife and hunting practices.

0 Israel Jewish Law

The Sephardic Rabbis’ Letter

Nissim Leon in Tablet

The letter signed by prominent Sephardic rabbis in Israel, including members of Shas, opposes the drafting of yeshiva students into the army, highlighting a shift in the traditionally accepted arrangements regarding military service for Haredi Jews.

0 Israel Politics

What would Donald Trump do in Gaza?

Jay Michaelson in Forward

Progressives critical of President Biden's stance on the Israel-Gaza conflict have raised concerns that Donald Trump wouldn't differ significantly in his approach.

0 Israel Politics

I’m Uri Geller and Biden’s ‘iron’ commitment to Israel is as brittle as a spoon in my hands

Jewish Chronicle

Uri Geller criticizes President Biden for what he perceives as a lack of a strong commitment to Israel, contrasting the security concerns faced by Israel with what he sees as the president's relative safety.

0 Israel Politics

Biden’s Phony Saudi-Israeli Peace Deal

Lee Smith in Tablet

The text critiques the Biden administration's purported Saudi-Israeli peace deal, suggesting it is a ploy to subordinate traditional US allies to Iran and the Democrats while undermining the achievements of the Trump administration in the Middle East.

Politics ›

0 Politics Israel

Trump used the debate to court a major Israeli-American donor. Palestinians will pay the price

Rob Eshman in Forward

Former President Donald Trump used the debate as an opportunity to appeal to major Israeli-American donor Dr. Miriam Adelson, who has pledged a significant amount to his campaign but has yet to release the funds.

0 Politics Antisemitism

What Biden and Trump said about Israel — and Hitler — during the first presidential debate

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

During the first presidential debate, President Joe Biden emphasized supporting Israel by halting weapon shipments to avoid civilian casualties, helping intercept Iranian missiles, and advocating for Hamas' elimination.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Trump calls Biden ‘a very bad Palestinian’: Israel, antisemitism feature in a debate high on anger, low on coherence

Ron Kampeas in JTA

In a heated and chaotic debate, President Trump insulted Joe Biden by calling him a "very bad Palestinian," referring to Israel's war with Hamas.

0 Politics Israel

I read the new ‘Gaza famine report’ so you don’t have to.

Future of Jewish in Future of Jewish

The essay discusses the June 2024 IPC Report about famine in Gaza, scrutinizing the claims made by the Famine Early Warning Systems Network (FEWS NET) and the subsequent Famine Review Committee (FRC).

0 Politics Israel

In DC, Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant takes an implicit shot at Netanyahu

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant recently visited Washington, where he emphasized the importance of discussing U.S.-Israel relations in closed rooms and refraining from public confrontations.

0 Politics Israel

How Gaza became an online clapback to anything (and I mean anything) you disagree with

Mira Fox in Forward

The text discusses how references to the Israel-Hamas conflict in Gaza have become a common response online to various unrelated discussions, serving as a way to criticize or guilt-trip others.

0 Politics Israel

Polls show a small slip of Jewish voter from Biden to Trump. Could it impact the election?

Jacob Kornbluh in Forward

Recent polls indicate a slight shift among Jewish American voters from President Joe Biden to former President Donald Trump, potentially influenced by Biden's approach to Israel and the conflict in Gaza.

0 Politics Israel

The Forward is targeted by Russian disinformation campaign around Israel

Milan Czerny in Forward

A disinformation campaign with ties to Russia has been targeting various news outlets, including American Jewish sites like the Forward and Hamodia, by creating fake articles and videos to spread false information about Israel, Gaza, and international relations.

0 Politics Israel

American Jews cannot count on Biden or Trump.

Joshua Hoffman in Future of Jewish

The text discusses how American Jews may feel unsupported by both the current political options represented by Biden and Trump.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Don’t fear antisemitism creeping back to Labour

Jewish Chronicle

Despite the history of anti-Zionist antisemitism under Jeremy Corbyn's leadership, the director of Labour Friends of Israel, Michael Rubin, expresses confidence in Labour's current leader, Keir Starmer.

0 Politics Antisemitism

The only question is how bad Labour will be for the Jews

Jewish Chronicle

The text discusses concerns regarding the Labour Party under the leadership of Keir Starmer in relation to its stance on issues affecting Jews and Israel.

0 Politics Israel

The hawkish departing IDF officer that right-wing parties are competing to recruit

Lahav Harkov in Jewish Insider

Ofer Winter, a departing IDF officer known for his hawkish views and ties to the religious Zionist community, has become a central figure in Israeli politics as right-wing parties vie to recruit him following his recent release from the military.

Leadership ›

0 Leadership Politics

Moses had Aaron to help him communicate. Biden needed such a surrogate in disastrous debate

PJ Grisar in Forward

In a comparison between Moses and Joe Biden, both leaders with speech challenges, the article discusses Biden's struggle with a stutter, particularly evident during a recent debate, and the suggestion that he may need a surrogate speaker like Moses had Aaron.

Gender/Identity ›

0 Gender/Identity Jewish Law

Geographies of Transgression

Evan Price in New Voices

The text delves into the experiences of a person navigating Orthodox Judaism as a queer individual, shedding light on themes of visibility, surveillance, transgression, and family dynamics.

0 Gender/Identity Antisemitism

Summer Reading

Steve Lipman in Jewish Action

"Summer Reading" presents three Jewish-themed books: "Bylines and Blessings" by Judy Gruen, describing her journey from secular upbringing to an Orthodox lifestyle, reflecting on her Jewish identity and the challenges faced in contemporary society; "The Things I Told My Patients" by Dr. Jacob L. Freedman, offering insights and advice from his psychiatry career, emphasizing individualized care and self-care tips; and "Mean What You Pray" by Rabbi Shaul Rosenblatt, providing practical guidance on prayer and spirituality, drawing on personal experiences to deepen the reader's connection with Hashem.

0 Gender/Identity Antisemitism

Judaism Without Jews is an Oxymoron

Emes Ve-Emunah

The text discusses the evolution of Reform Judaism in America, highlighting its initial intention to eliminate differences between Jews and Christians in order to combat antisemitism.

Communities ›

0 Communities Gender/Identity

‘Non-Zionary’: How some queer Jews are wrestling with Israel

Rebecca Massel in Forward

Queer Jews, both Zionists and anti-Zionists, have encountered challenges in feeling accepted within their communities post Oct. 7.

0 Communities Jewish Law

To My Son, On the Day of Your Bar Mitzvah

Jill Geller in Kveller

The author reflects on her son's journey leading up to his Bar Mitzvah, noting his initial reluctance and eventual engagement in the preparation process.

0 Communities Leadership

A Jewish communal workforce renewal

eJewishPhilanthropy

Following the events of Oct. 7 and the Israel-Gaza war, there has been a notable shift in the Jewish professional workforce, with an increasing number of talented individuals from outside the Jewish communal space showing interest in joining Jewish organizations like the Shalom Hartman Institute of North America.

Antisemitism ›

0 Antisemitism Politics

Schumer under mounting pressure to advance major antisemitism bill

Matthew Kassel in Jewish Insider

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer is facing pressure from Jewish leaders and colleagues to advance the Antisemitism Awareness Act, aimed at addressing the recent rise in antisemitism on college campuses.

0 Antisemitism Communities

An unexpected 6th defendant is indicted in the 2021 antisemitic assault against Joey Borgen

Luke Tress in JTA

Joey Borgen, a victim of an antisemitic assault in New York City in 2021, has seen the legal saga continue with a sixth attacker, Salem Seleiman, being indicted on hate crime charges.

0 Antisemitism Politics

LAPD admits it was unprepared for Sunday’s violent protest outside LA synagogue

Jacob Gurvis in Forward

The LAPD admits to being unprepared for a violent protest outside an LA synagogue where pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protesters clashed, with accusations of a pogrom.

0 Antisemitism Communities

LAPD admits it was unprepared for Sunday’s violent protest outside LA synagogue

JTA

During a security briefing by the Jewish Federation of Los Angeles following violent clashes outside a synagogue between pro-Palestinian and pro-Israel protesters, LAPD officials admitted they were unprepared for the scale of the event despite knowledge of its planning.

0 Antisemitism Gender/Identity

Instead of making LGBTQ+ Jews scared of Pride, we should inspire them to march no matter what

Mordechai Levovitz in Forward

The article discusses the concerns of queer Jews about participating in Pride events due to safety and geopolitical conflicts affecting their Jewish identity.

0 Antisemitism Education

Harvard antisemitism task force finds ‘dire’ situation for Israelis on campus, urges swift action

Andrew Lapin in JTA

A task force at Harvard University has found a dire situation for Israeli students on campus, including exclusion, harassment, and discrimination.

0 Antisemitism Politics

From antisemitism to Israel, the Jewish topics to watch for in the Biden-Trump debate

Ron Kampeas in JTA

In the upcoming Biden-Trump debate, Jewish viewers can anticipate discussions on significant Jewish topics like Israel-Hamas war and antisemitism, likely addressed by the Jewish moderators Dana Bash and Jake Tapper.

History ›

0 History Gender/Identity

A Forgotten Ladino ‘Queen’

Rokhl Kafrissen in Tablet

"Ladino Queen" sheds light on the remarkable life of Chelly Wilson, born Rachel Serrero, an influential figure in the adult entertainment industry in New York.

0 History Antisemitism

How an airplane mechanic named Bennie Roth became the first Jew to set foot on Antarctica

Allegra Rosenberg in Forward

Bennie Roth, an airplane mechanic, made history as the first Jew to set foot on Antarctica during Commander Richard Byrd's expedition in 1928.

0 History Politics

History tells us our right to be heard is absolute

Jewish Chronicle

The text reflects on historical struggles for Jewish representation and rights in British politics, focusing on the case of Baron Lionel de Rothschild in the 19th century.

Jewish Law ›

0 Jewish Law Politics

Jewish law has always been clear: Emergency abortions are an essential right

Samira Mehta in Forward

Jewish tradition has long supported emergency abortions to protect maternal health, even stating that a person's life takes precedence over the fetus.

0 Jewish Law Politics

Jewish law says we must wait for justice. For abortion rights, the cost of that wait is too high

Emily Tamkin in Forward

The article discusses the recent Supreme Court decision regarding emergency abortions in Idaho, highlighting the ongoing challenges related to reproductive rights and justice.

Music ›

0 Music Politics

Kinky Friedman, singer and novelist who fronted The Texas Jewboys, dies at 79

Andrew Silow-Carroll in Forward

Kinky Friedman, the charismatic Texan country singer and mystery novelist known for fronting The Texas Jewboys, passed away at 79 due to Parkinson's disease.

0 Music Culture

Music is the voice of the Jewish soul, whether in joy or sorrow

Jewish Chronicle

Music holds a profound place in Jewish life, embodying both joy and sorrow.

Miscellaneous

Today’s antisemitism will not end when the war in Gaza does

Sruli Fruchter in Forward

The article discusses the current wave of antisemitism, emphasizing that it goes beyond the recent conflict in Gaza and is reshaping the world for Jews.

Get to know Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, the Jewish moderators of the Biden-Trump debate

Ron Kampeas in JTA

Dana Bash and Jake Tapper, both Jewish moderators of the Biden-Trump debate, share a commitment to incorporating their Jewish identities into their reporting.

Where should I stash savings for my deposit?

Jewish Chronicle

If you are saving for a deposit, consider a Lifetime Isa (Lisa) as the best option to grow your money tax-free and get a government bonus.

Television/Film ›

0 Television/Film Israel

7 Jewish Netflix Shows You Might Have Missed

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller

The article highlights seven Jewish or Jew-ish shows on Netflix that may not be widely known but deserve attention, including "Bros," "Blackspace," "Heirs to the Land," "Unstoppable," "House of Flowers," "Hashoter Hatov," and "The Club."

Holocaust ›

0 Holocaust Israel

Jake Paltrow’s ‘June Zero’ depicts Adolf Eichmann’s trial through the eyes of Israelis adjacent to it

Stephen Silver in JTA

"June Zero," directed by Jake Paltrow, offers a unique perspective on the 1961 trial and 1962 execution of Nazi Adolf Eichmann by focusing on Israelis around the trial.

Education ›

0 Education Politics

Let’s talk schools: Labour’s VAT policy could spell disaster

Jewish Chronicle

The discussion revolves around Labour's proposed VAT policy, intending to end VAT exemption for private schools to fund state schools.

0 Education Politics

It’s time to teach about the conflict: Here’s how

eJewishPhilanthropy

Jewish educators are encouraged to transform uncertainty into educational opportunities surrounding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, with tools and skills provided by programs like Conflicts of Interest by The iCenter.

Literature ›

0 Literature History

The Jewish war novelist who told the stories of soldiers, not officers

Jewish Chronicle

Alexander Baron, a Jewish war novelist born Joseph Alexander Bernstein, gained acclaim for his war trilogy, notably "From the City, From the Plough," which received praise for its realistic portrayal of British soldiers in WWII.

Sports ›

0 Sports Israel

NBA’s only Israeli player traded from its second-worst team to its worst

Louis Keene in Forward

Deni Avdija, the only Israeli player in the NBA, has been traded from the Washington Wizards to the Portland Trail Blazers after a successful season where he showcased career-high stats.

Culture ›

0 Culture Art

A Very Young Dancer

Jay Neugeboren in Tablet

A young girl named Claire passed away from bone cancer at age 12, leaving her family devastated.

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